Leh Ladakh With Kashmir Tour Packages 6 Days 5 Nights

Your unforgettable 6 days Kashmir Ladakh trip begins as you touch down at Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport in Srinagar. Upon arrival, our local representative will greet you and transfer you to your premium houseboat on Dal Lake or Nigeen Lake.

• Morning/Afternoon: After a warm Kashmiri Kahwa (traditional saffron tea) welcome, spend your afternoon visiting the spectacular Mughal Gardens—Nishat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love). These terraced gardens, framed by the Zabarwan Mountain Range, showcase brilliant Persian-style architecture.
• Evening: Enjoy a complimentary 90-minute Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Watch the floating markets come alive and witness a spectacular sunset over the water.
• Pro Tip: For dinner, request a traditional Kashmiri Wazwan meal at your houseboat to truly immerse yourself in the local culinary culture.
• Overnight: Houseboat in Srinagar.

Prepare for an early start as today involves a dramatic shift in landscape. You will drive along the roaring Sind River toward Sonamarg.

• Morning: Stop in Sonamarg to stretch your legs and take in the lush green meadows and Thajiwas Glacier in the distance.
• Midday: The real adventure begins as you ascend the treacherous yet awe-inspiring Zojila Pass (3,528 meters). This pass acts as the gateway to the Ladakh region. Once you cross Zojila, the green alpine forests abruptly give way to rugged, barren mountain peaks.
• Afternoon: Descend into the Drass Valley. Here, you will stop at the Kargil War Memorial (Vijaypath) to pay homage to the martyrs of the 1999 Kargil War. The backdrop of Tololing and Tiger Hill makes this an incredibly moving experience.
• Pro Tip: The weather at Zojila can be unpredictable. Keep a warm windproof jacket easily accessible in the car.
• Overnight: Hotel in Kargil.

Today’s drive is arguably one of the most scenic stretches of the Srinagar Leh highway itinerary, filled with geological wonders and ancient monasteries.

Morning: Depart Kargil and drive via the high-altitude passes of Namika La and Fotu La (the highest point on the Srinagar-Leh highway at 4,108 meters).

Midday: Stop at the ancient Lamayuru Monastery, one of the oldest in Ladakh. The surrounding landscape features peculiar, otherworldly yellow rock formations, earning it the nickname "Moonland."

Afternoon: As you approach Leh, the wonders continue. You will stop at Sangam, the breathtaking confluence of the muddy Zanskar River and the bluish-green Indus River. Next, experience the phenomenon of Magnetic Hill, where the layout of the surrounding land produces an optical illusion that makes a slight downhill slope appear to be an uphill slope. Finally, stop at Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, maintained by the Indian Army, before rolling into Leh.

Overnight: Hotel in Leh.

Because you have traveled through varied altitudes, today is dedicated to local sightseeing and further acclimatization in the heart of Ladakh.

Morning: Visit the majestic Thiksey Monastery, which bears a striking resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. Arrive early to witness the morning prayer ceremony led by the monks. Afterward, visit Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest in Ladakh.

Afternoon: Head to the historic Leh Palace, a former royal palace overlooking the town. Though largely in ruins, it offers panoramic views of the Stok Kangri mountains.

Evening: Drive up to the Shanti Stupa, a white-domed Buddhist monument built by Japanese monks. It is the perfect vantage point to watch the sun set over Leh city. Spend your evening strolling through the vibrant Leh Market, shopping for Pashmina shawls, silver jewelry, and Tibetan artifacts.

Overnight: Hotel in Leh.

No Ladakh holiday package is complete without visiting the mesmerizing Pangong Tso.

Morning: Leave Leh very early (around 5:30 AM). You will drive over Chang La Pass (5,360 meters), the third-highest motorable mountain pass in the world.

Midday: Arrive at Pangong Lake, situated at an elevation of 4,225 meters. This endorheic lake is 134 km long and extends from India to Tibet. The most fascinating feature of Pangong Tso is its ability to change colors—from deep blue to azure, to green, and even red—depending on the angle of the sun.

Afternoon: Enjoy a hot lunch at one of the lakeside shacks, take plenty of photographs, and breathe in the pristine, crisp Himalayan air. By mid-afternoon, begin your journey back to Leh.

Pro Tip: Because of the extreme altitude at Chang La and Pangong, do not run or overexert yourself. Walk slowly and stay hydrated to avoid altitude sickness.

Overnight: Hotel in Leh.

Your spectacular 6-day journey comes to an end today.

Morning: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you might have time for a quick last-minute souvenir run in Leh market.

Departure: Our team will transfer you to the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. As you fly out, look out the window for incredible aerial views of the snow-capped Himalayan ranges you just spent the last week exploring.